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12 Ways To Celebrate International Self-Care Day
International Self-Care Day, on July 24, is dedicated to raising awareness about self-care as a tool for global health. Celebrate with these ideas!
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HIV breakthrough: Drug trial shows injection twice a year is 100% effective against infection
A large clinical trial in South Africa and Uganda has shown that a twice-yearly injection of a new pre-exposure prophylaxis drug gives young women total protection from HIV infection.
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Scared about heavy metals in tampons? Here are 4 alternatives for your next period
A new study revealed a number of heavy metals in tampons sold in the U.S. and Europe. Here are some other options to consider for your next cycle.
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The power of poop: Detroit's method for early disease detection is saving lives and inspiring other cities
Wastewater surveillance hit the big time during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, when officials started using this technique to monitor local virus levels.
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AI is getting a little closer to revolutionizing closed captioning for those with disabilities
Several of the most prominent providers of the AI engines behind transcription services have seen their AI become even more accurate in the last year, according to a recent study.
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12 Ways to Celebrate Disability Pride Month
July is Disability Pride Month — a time for all disabled people to unapologetically celebrate our bodies as they are. Whether you are disabled or an ally, Disability Pride Month is full of so much to celebrate.
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'Let's go to blind camp!' TikToker showcases the importance of inclusive summer camps
Anthony S. Ferraro took viewers behind the scenes to a summer camp specially designed for kids who are blind, deafblind, and have low vision.
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Seattle, Minneapolis named best US cities for biking — see where yours ranks
The nonprofit PeopleForBikes released their city ratings for 2024, tallying up the largest cities in America by their bikeability.
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